Weekly: No need to rush
Old Happy: "I'll be happy when I get there."
New Happy: "I can find happiness here and now."
We rush to get to the end of our to-do lists... but it doesn't ever provide relief.
We rush to get through the day's responsibilities... but it always leaves us exhausted.
We rush to get to the next milestone... but it never satisfies us.
Rushing is not the solution to our problem. We won't ever find what we're looking for by completing a to-do list or obtaining a new accolade or title.
What we really want is to feel good as we live our lives. We want to enjoy our days, to love those around us, and to pursue something meaningful.
And in order to do that, we need to slow down and embrace what is happening in this moment, choosing to give it our full attention and care. That's what will bring us the feeling we are looking for.
Tips and Tools
1. Someone's day — This week's animation.
2. Don't miss the joy — It's not about the outcome.
3. This is how it is — Just for right now.
4. Shrink it — When times are hard, do this.
5. How to make the right choice — A mental model.
More from TNH
Book — Order New Happy today to find true happiness.
Podcast — Get a daily morning pep talk — in five minutes or less
Speaking — Book us to speak to your team about well-being, resilience, and productivity.
Articles — Read more articles on our website.
Community
What does contentment mean to you?
"Contentment to me is existing in a state of calm, where I don’t need or want anything more than I already have, and I can live peacefully."
"Contentment, for me, is to be at peace with my world. A feeling of wanting for nothing."
"to me it means being able to do what you want/love without letting the fear of being judged by others control you."
"Feeling at peace."
“Being in a state of joy despite circumstances.”
Before You Go
The Definitive Guide to Happiness
A groundbreaking new approach based on a decade’s worth of research and brought to life with beautiful artwork, New Happy shows you the proven path to happiness.
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